The California Student Journalism Corps
All articles by The California Student Journalism Corps
How college dreams helped me kick my habit
Once you realize that there is more to life than escaping your problems, the light at the end of the tunnel becomes a lot closer to reach.
Raven Brown
November 2, 2020
Homeless college students in California brace for more uncertainty
When students realize that moving back home with family or friends is not an option, campus resources become lifeboats. Learning to tap into those resources by any means available becomes a crucial life skill for such students.
Marisa Martinez, Paula Kiley and Rachel Barnes
October 5, 2020
Why I choose to be a full-time student and essential worker
Balancing studies online and a heavier schedule at work can be overwhelming.
Iman Palm
August 6, 2020
Some people called my community college trash, they were wrong
LA City College helped student realize dream of getting a degree.
Kilmer Salinas
June 29, 2020
College isn’t the same from behind a laptop screen
College graduate mourns loss of last semester on campus, commencement ceremony.
Bonnie Wong
June 1, 2020
California college students grapple with finishing semester online
Transition to distance learning poses myriad challenges for community college students.
Kasper Dilmaghani and Isis Piccillo
May 25, 2020
Community colleges join race to produce face shields and masks during pandemic
Digital fabrication laboratories known as “FabLabs” are at the heart of an effort to produce personal protective equipment for East Bay hospitals and health centers.
Jacquelyn Opalach
May 1, 2020
Being homeless during coronavirus adds to hardship for California college student
Cristina Zetino alternates between three different homes throughout the week while juggling work and classes.
Marisa Martinez
April 17, 2020
California college students react to pass/fail grades option for current courses
The change would help ease the stress for many of their peers during this challenging time, students say.
Kilmer Salinas
April 16, 2020
Will the pandemic derail my big plans for my future?
Facing the uncertainty of the coronavirus crisis, a Cal State Los Angeles student wonders what lies ahead.